2012 Oscar Nominees’ Notable TV Roles

They might be up for film’s biggest award now, but the 2012 Oscar nominees weren’t always big movie stars. Many of this year’s acting nominees (and some or the writing nominees) are also known for their TV work. To keep them humble, here’s a look at the television pasts of some of this year’s top Oscar nominees. Check out a complete list of the 2012 Oscar nominees.